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The problem involves two similar triangles: \( \triangle VWX \) and \( \triangle XYZ \). We are tasked with finding the length of \( VW \), given the dimensions of the other triangle.

Here’s the data we have from the image:
- \( VX = 2 \, \text{cm} \)
- \( VY = 15 \, \text{cm} \)
- \( YZ = 9 \, \text{cm} \)
  
Since the triangles \( \triangle VWX \) and \( \triangle XYZ \) are similar, we can use the properties of similar triangles, which states that corresponding sides are proportional. The sides \( VW \) and \( VY \) correspond to each other, as do \( VX \) and \( XY \), and \( WX \) and \( YZ \).

Using the proportionality rule:

\[
\frac{VW}{VY} = \frac{VX}{XY}
\]

We can rearrange this to solve for \( VW \):

\[
VW = \frac{VX}{XY} \times VY
\]

To find \( XY \), we subtract the given \( YZ \) from \( XZ \) (which is the entire length from \( X \) to \( Z \)). Since we have the necessary information, we can calculate the missing lengths and \( VW \).

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Triangles VWX and XYZ are similar triangles. What is the length of VW in cm? Given: VX = 2 cm, XY = ?, VY = 15 cm, YZ = 9 cm.

Solve a geometry problem involving similar triangles to find the length of VW. Using proportionality rules, we calculate the unknown side using the given dimensions: VX = 2 cm, VY = 15 cm, and YZ = 9 cm. Ideal for students in Grades 8-10.

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